Adjective Bombs - Too much Flashcards
Too much:
exceeding what is reasonable or customary; excessively high or extravagant.
Exorbitant
Example: The price of that designer handbag was exorbitant, and I couldn’t justify buying it.
recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources.
Profligate
Example: His profligate spending on luxury cars left him in massive debt.
exceeding reasonable limits; excessive or immoderate.
Inordinate
Example: Her inordinate amount of time spent on social media was affecting her productivity.
characterized by extravagance, abundance, or profusion.
Lavish
Example: The wedding was a lavish affair, with a grand banquet and elaborate decorations.
Overindulgent
Example: Being overindulgent with sweets can lead to health problems.
not controlled or held back; excessive in behavior.
Unrestrained
Example: His unrestrained enthusiasm for the project was infectious, but it sometimes led to unrealistic goals.
not within reasonable limits; excessive or extreme.
Immoderate
Example: Her immoderate love for chocolate made her consume it daily, disregarding health concerns.
excessively dominating or controlling, often in a dictatorial manner.
Overbearing
Example: His overbearing management style created tension among the employees.
not restrained or controlled; lacking limits.
Unbridled
Example: The unbridled chaos at the amusement park during the holiday weekend was overwhelming.
of immense size, volume, or capacity; gigantic.
Gargantuan
Example: The project required a gargantuan effort from the team to complete on time.
excessive, extravagant, or flamboyant beyond what is considered reasonable or appropriate.
Over-the-top:
Example: Their over-the-top decorations for Halloween included a life-sized haunted house in their front yard.
excessively saturated or filled beyond capacity.
Oversaturated
Example: The market for smartphone apps is oversaturated, making it difficult for new developers to gain attention.
prevailing or spreading unchecked, often in a negative or excessive way.
Rampant
Example: Corruption was rampant in the city government, leading to calls for reform.
not subject to control or restraint; excessive or unrestrained.
Uncontrolled
Example: The uncontrolled growth of the city’s population strained its infrastructure.
excessively enthusiastic or passionate, often to a fault.
Overzealous
Example: His overzealous attempts to win the competition led to accusations of cheating.